Water infrastructure needs repair, report says
The causes of water contamination are numerous and range from agricultural runoff to improper use of household chemicals and everything in between.
Water Contamination And It's Effect On Our Health
The causes of water contamination are numerous and range from agricultural runoff to improper use of household chemicals and everything in between.
Chromium-6: Water Contamination Report by EWG | World | News
Dec 20, 2010 ... High levels of chromium-6 in 31 of 35 states have been found in tap water by the Environmental Working Group.
FRONTLINE: poisoned waters: primer: stormwater
unoff pollution | PBS
Apr 21, 2009 ... While we're used to associating water pollution with heavy industry, the EPA [
Urban Run-Off and your Drinking Water
Not too long ago, urban run-off was considered an insignificant contributor to drinking water contamination. The pollution potential of urban runoff
Tap Water Contamination - Tap Water in 42 States Contaminated by ...
Public water supplies in 42 U.S. states--the tap water millions of Americans drink every day--are are contaminated with 141 unregulated chemicals
drinking water contamination and birth outcomes
The effects of public drinking water contamination on birth outcomes were evaluated
Chemical hazards in drinking-water
Mar 22, 2011 ... Chemical hazards in drinking-water. The WHO Guidelines for Drinking-Water Quality include facts sheets and comprehensive review documents
Human Health: Drinking water - Chemical contamination
May 20, 2005 ... Certain chemical contaminants are of concern in drinking water because of possible health consequences associated with these substances.
Report: Harmful chemical found in tap water of 31 U.S. cities ...
Dec 20, 2010 ... Millions of Americans in at least 31 U.S. cities could be drinking tap water contaminated with the harmful chemical hexavalent chromium.
Radioactivity Concerns in Drinking Water
Multi-Pure Addresses Radioactivity Concerns in Drinking Water as a Result of Damage to the Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant in Japan.
Andrew Fenwick, PhD, Vice President of Technical Services, Multi-Pure International suggests these resources for concerned customers:
(U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
- Radionuclides (i.e. sources of radioactivity) in Air and Water:
http://www.epa.gov/rpdweb00/air-water-overview.html
- Radionuclides in Water: http://water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/basicinformation/radionuclides.cfm
How will radionuclides be removed from my drinking water?
According to the EPA, the following treatment method(s) have proven to be effective in removing radionuclides at levels below their MCLs:
- Beta particle and Photon Radiation: ion exchange and reverse osmosis;
- (Gross) Alpha Emitters: reverse osmosis;
- Radium 226 and Radium 228 (Combined): ion exchange, reverse osmosis, lime softening;
- Uranium: Ion exchange, reverse osmosis, lime softening, coagulation/filtration.
Dr. Fenwick has also released this statement:
"Radioactivity (its sources, the decay process, transmission, protection, and disposal) is an unquestionably complex topic. The information provided here is admittedly, and necessarily, very general. The largest concern in drinking water after a meltdown is likely the presence of Uranium, although there are many additional sources (Plutonium, Radium, Cesium, etc.). We do not specifically test for the reduction of these materials, nor are there NSF standards/ protocols. With that said, heavier radionuclides, like those listed above, are likely reduced with our blocks, specifically those blocks that are certified for lead reduction.
"Three important notes: 1. As always, efficacy and lifetime will depend on several factors (compounds’ unique properties, concentration in the influent water, water chemistry, etc.). 2. In addition to those listed above, several other “daughter” nuclides/ radionuclides (products of the decay process) of various chemistries/ classes will have various reduction efficacies. Commenting on these is not possible. 3. Unlike other non-radioactive contaminants (Lead, Mercury, Arsenic, VOCs, other organics), removal from the water, and thus concentration in the block, may not be sufficient for the radioactive elements/ compounds. They continue to emit radiation even when removed/ immobilized. Based on these issues, and the EPA testing and “endorsement,” reverse osmosis is a more bona fide technology in this case.” Look below for reverse osmosis unit. MP750PlusRO
Worried about what you and your family drink? Know someone living in heavy rain, storm or flood areas? How would you like cleaner, safe water for about 6 to 9 cents a gallon. If you don't HAVE a good water filter, YOU are the water filter. Heavy rain and flooding washes many dangerous and unhealthy chemicals into the water supply that are NOT removed by city water treatment or most filters. These are tasteless! Just because you can't taste it or you removed chlorine with a Brita, doesn't mean they are not there. Pesticides, animal hormones, fuel additives, disinfectants, and medical drugs for chemotherapy, HIV, and much more are in your water! Many of these chemicals cause birth defects, genetic and chromosome damage, nerve disorders, brain disorders, intestinal cancers, muscle twitching and more.
Bottled water has no regulations. Many filters like Brita are LOOSE carbon granules, which lets too much water pass unfiltered. You need a SOLID carbon filter like the Multi-pure(r) water filter. Multi-Pure Drinking Water Systems are certified to reduce 65 contaminants including:
| Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs) (list of chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides) |
Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs) List |
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| Alachlor | Atrazine | Benzene |
| Bromodichloromethane | Bromoform | Carbofuran |
| Carbon Tetrachloride | Chlorobenzene | Chloroform |
| Chloropicrin | 2,4-D | Dibromochloromethane (TTHM) |
| Dibromochloropropane (DBCP) | o-Dichlorobenzene | p-Dichlorobenzene |
| 1,2-Dichloroethane | 1,1-Dichloroethylene | cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene |
| trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene | 1,2-Dichloropropane | cis-1,3-Dichloropropylene |
| Dinoseb | Endrin | Ethylbenzene |
| Ethylene Dibromide (EDB) | Haloacetonitriles (HAN): bromochloroacetonitrile dibromoacetonitrile dichloroacetonitrile trichloroacetonitrile |
Haloketones (HK): 1,1-dichloro-2-propanone 1,1,1-trichloro-2-propanone |
| Heptachlor | Heptachlor Epoxide | Hexachlorobutadiene |
| Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Lindane | Methoxychlor |
| Pentachlorophenol | Simazine | Styrene |
| 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane | Tetrachloroethylene | Tribromoacetic acid |
| Toluene | 2,4,5-TP (silvex) | 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene |
| 1,1,1-Trichloroethane | 1,1,2-Trichloroethane | Trichloroethylene |
| Trihalomethanes (surrogate chemical) | Xylenes (total) | |
| Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOC's) are contaminants that may be found in drinking water supplies across the nation. VOC's are those organic chemicals (pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals) that are "readily vaporizable at a relatively low temperature" (Webster's Collegiate Dictionary). With no visible characteristics, smell, or taste, VOC's are virtually undetectable in drinking water by the consumer. The only way to know if your water has VOC's is to have it tested or to obtain test results from local public water supplier. VOC's are often toxic and pose intimidating health risks. | ||
| Almost every region in the U.S. has VOC's in the water supplies. Urban areas may get VOC's from industrialization, and rural areas may get VOC's from agriculture. Also, 90% of U.S. drinking water is chlorinated (and most likely contains disinfection by-products); thus, VOC's are practically everywhere. In a recent study by the Environmental Working Group, 28 of 29 cities tested were found to have herbicides or pesticides in their tap water. | ||
READ this full list of health effects of these pollutants.
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Nobody should drink the chemicals in the water. Only a solid 5 pound carbon block can remove these effectively. The only safe water is water that you know has been filtered by yourself. Bottled water isn't, costs a dollar a gallon. At 6 cents a gallon you can make a whole pot of coffee, boil water for pasta, or even fill a tub for cleaning dishes. These stainless steel filter housings have an unconditional 25 year warranty. They come with a filter block which lasts about one year. A replacement filter block costs about $60 which filters 1000 gallons or more a year for about 6 to 9 cents/gallon.
